Hepatic encephalopathy secondary to chronic alcohol abuse

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A nurse is providing care for a client who has hepatic encephalopathy secondary to chronic alcohol abuse. The nurse's assessment reveals that the client often provides incorrect answers to assessment questions. The client also makes statements that are not grounded in reality. The nurse should prioritize a care plan for which condition first? knowledge deficiency acute confusion denial coping impairment.

Reference no: EM133713414

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